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• Supports and articulates the organization’s mission, core beliefs, programs, and services in a variety of settings and circumstances.
• Maintains a portfolio of 150+ donors ensuring timely steps are taken for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to reach an annual fundraising goal. 
• Develops relationships with Board Members, BGCDE leadership, volunteers, and leadership donors to identify and solicit new prospects.
• Updates donor records in donor management system and uses technology to identify and manage donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools.
• Communicates fundraising progress throughout the organization and equips volunteers to reach fundraising goals.
• Develops and follows an individual fundraising work plan that maximizes time and resources in targeting specific sources of income.
• Serves as a liaison to community groups and organizations that conduct third-party fundraising events and activities and works with the Event Coordinator to ensure the success of two marquee special events.
• Increases visibility of Club programs and services and helps ensure that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is positioned as the premier youth service organization in Sussex County.
• Helps ensure a productive working environment, providing support to operations and volunteer leadership on fundraising issues.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of effective fundraising strategies and moves management techniques.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit organizations; fundraising, marketing, budgeting, community, and public relations experience strongly preferred.
• Sussex County Residence and/or Sussex County Network preferred.
• Strong communication, planning, team building, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level of proficiency in MS Suite and Donor Management Software.  

Working Conditions

• Meet multiple and concurrent deadlines.
• Present oneself with professionally appropriate demeanor and attire.
• Maintain a high energy level.
• Frequent travel throughout the state using your own vehicle is required. Reimbursement for Travel expenses included. 
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30-5:00. Flexibility to work periodic evening and weekend hours is required.   

How to Apply

Interested applications, please apply at the link below or send resume with cover letter to sdriscoll@bgclubs.org.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

• Track, measure, and analyze performance of WABE-TV’s performance (audience, market share, etc.) via traditional broadcasting and digital video engagement. 
• Oversee and direct a programming vision for the station and monitor, maintain, and deliver a competitive, compelling, and diverse programming schedule and viewer experience.  
• Execute a target audience strategy to cultivate and grow new and diverse audiences through programming that focuses on and addresses the needs of these audiences as well as finding creators within the target audiences with which to collaborate on programming. 
• Develop system of metrics to help understand if programming is achieving its goals and to inform decisions on renewals or expansion. 
• Embrace WABE’s and PBS’ values, vision, and strategic mission, and actively work towards implementing its goals of inclusion and diversity. 
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Development departments regarding special programs, events, and fundraising activities. 
• Work with the SVP of WABE Studios to develop, plan, monitor, maintain and administer the budget. 
• Ensure program content complies with all necessary state and Federal laws, regulations, and requirements. 
• Ensure completion of and compliance with necessary public file reports 
• Identify, cultivate, and support the channels content development and aquisition efforts. 
• Manage relationships or agreements for content acquisition, presentation and distribution (cable, satellite, OTT, online, other providers or distributors and digital platforms) 
• Stay current with technological trends affecting the creation and distribution of content, and with related business and nonprofit trends. 
• Work with Membership on the execution, strategy, and success of TV Pledge and participate actively in on-air fundraising or other on-air work as needed. 
• Drive results by developing and executing the stations’ strategic and operating plans. 
• Support on and off-air branding strategies across all platforms as coordinated by the marketing department. 
• Work with and ensure appropriate processes with TV operations/Traffic and station broadcasting. 
• Develop relationships with content creators, both in Atlanta and elsewhere, to find existing programming and new ideas to bring into WABE Studios. 
• Set up pitch processes that ensure a steady and regular flow of new program opportunities from the community while cataloguing all inquiries, referrals, and pitches. 
• Work with the WABE marketing team to efficiently promote programming produced by WABE Studios through PR, events, and more. 
• Represent WABE Studios as a speaker and ambassador for the work it does.  
• Work with the Underwriting and Grant departments to generate new resources/revenue for projects.  
• Perform other duties as assigned.   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
Credentials/Education Required

• Minimum of eight years’ experience in a related content programming role. 
• Experience in a creative executive capacity for a television-production entity, streaming service, or similar. 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. 
• Willingness to live and work in Atlanta in order to develop creative relationships here. 

Abilities and Traits

• Experience developing, launching, and producing new programs. 
• Experience negotiating major contracts.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling.
• Demonstrated ethical decision-making and judgement in keeping with the reputation of a public media organization known for its unbiased news coverage.
• Deep understanding of the evolving media landscape and what drives creative trends and audience interests.
• Demonstrated willingness to undertake audience-focused reviews and revisions of programming.
• Committed to program for and with underserved communities.
• Highly collaborative with ability to champion ideas/projects and influence outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to take an innovative, big-picture approach to content, motivating your team to generate programming ideas on an ongoing basis. 
• Creative problem-solver.
• A strong team orientation and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate at all levels with clients, agencies, staff, senior management peers and industry colleagues.
• Proven track record of meeting financial goals and key business objectives.
• Works calmly under pressure, react quickly, and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to lead with confidence and decisiveness.
• Able and willing to work varied hours as needed. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands
 
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods during the day. Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist or lifting as required (up to 10 lbs.), filing documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. Ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Candidates must be willing to work in a hybrid environment but provide their own transportation to the station. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support departmental events or during high-volume periods (membership campaigns).
 
How to Apply
 
Please apply at https://www.click2apply.net/a2QLZPHbZP4MKIMeRTmB5b.

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

Reports To: Chief Development Officer
 
The Associate Director of Development works to secure finding to advance Brandywine’s educational programs, exhibitions, conservation work, strategic initiatives, and capital projects; and is responsible for raising significant contributed revenue through funding from individuals, the community, and family foundations; tracking and managing a contributed revenue line and coordinating prospect research for potential museum and conservancy donors.  A key focus of this work will be building the Circles, two new $10,000 membership groups.  In addition, this person will work on an impending capital campaign.
 
This position is a key member of the development team, working closely with senior leaders and staff to meet fundraising goals. The successful candidate will have experience designing and implementing non-profit advancement plans, meeting annual fundraising goals, stewarding, and retaining donors, and maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues and support staff. 
 
Position Relationships
 
This position is a key member of the development team, working closely with senior leaders, curators, education staff and trustees to meet fundraising goals. 
 
Essential Functions

• Create and execute a multi-year development plan to meet the position’s short- and long-term financial goals through both existing and new fundraising opportunities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with potential sponsors and major donors. Solicit and secure support from major donors for Brandywine programs.
• Oversee Brandywine’s Circles program, growing support at the $10,000+ level and coordinating activities and events to recruit and engage donors at this level and above.
• Meet with and qualify potential donors to the impending capital campaign.
• Proactively engage the Chief Development Officer, Executive Director/CEO, board members, and volunteers in suitable fundraising initiatives.
• Actively identify and cultivate new donors and develop strategies for their engagement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to identify funding needs and assist in matching existing organizational priorities with potential grant opportunities.
• Prepare and present monthly fundraising updates to the Chief Development Officer, Museum and Conservancy Directors and Executive Director.
• Assist the Development team with other duties as needed or assigned. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, Master’s preferred 
• At least 3-5 years successful fundraising experience in an arts or education setting with organizational giving experience strongly preferred
• Superior communication and presentation skills
• Instinctive “donor service” outlook
• Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies and of research techniques for fundraising prospect research
• Experience working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Flexibility in meeting shifting demands and priorities
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Strong initiative and self-motivated.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites is required; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, Altru, or other constituent relationship database is preferred

How to Apply
 
Please send cover letter and resume to cscholz@brandywine.org.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art is committed to building a culturally diverse staff.

Essential Functions
 
Coordinate Alumni/Development Special Events 

• Coordinate with Directors of Development, Annual Fund, and Assistant Director of Development to develop strategies for meeting all event objectives
• Responsible for planning and implementing all alumni and development office events
• Oversee and adhere to special events and Homecoming budgets
• Assist reunion committees with sending communications and planning off-campus reunion events
• Book talent, including musicians, bands, disc jockeys and other vendors
• Select chefs or catering companies to prepare food for events
• Plan layout of seating and decorations
• Schedule speakers, vendors, and participants
• Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met
• Initiate, coordinate and/or participate in all efforts to publicize events
• Edit and design promotional materials
• Create invite lists; send out invitations and manage RSVP lists
• Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre- and post-event evaluations
• Recruit and manage volunteer pool for event planning and execution
• Develop relationships with current parents in all divisions to help with events
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor 

Serve as the Liaison to the Home and School Association (H&S)

• Act as liaison between H&S and WFS faculty and staff; attend H&S Executive Committee meetings
• Support community-building events and fundraising activities for WFS families
• Ensure H&S committees are operating in a positive, inclusive way and play an active role in helping to resolve any issues
• Recruit and coordinate parent volunteers
• Produce and send H&S newsletter and maintain H&S online bulletin board
• Coordinate the Parent Ambassador Program, in coordination with the Home and School Association and Admissions office
• Coordinate communications to newly enrolled families
• Collaborate with division leadership to support onboarding of new families
• Ensure strong parent ambassador engagement with new families through communications and events

Requirements

• Extensive special event experience
• Experience working with Google Docs suite of products, as well as Raiser’s Edge (or comparable moves management system)
• Proficiency with mail merges and event software, as well as experience working with Canva
• Professional demeanor, outstanding interpersonal skills, superior writing and proofreading skills, and a keen attention to detail
• Flexibility, responsibility, and resourcefulness with the time management skills to manage a number of projects simultaneously
• Ability to lead a group/committee and also work as a member of a team in a variety of roles, sometimes outside of usual job responsibilities
• Must possess the ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive donor information
• Night and weekend work required 

How to Apply
 
Interested candidates should provide a letter of interest, current resume, and list of three references to Assistant Director of Development, Tina DiSabatino, tdisabatino@wilmingtonfriends.org, by May 15, 2024. 
 
It is Wilmington Friends School’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, first responder status, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. It is the intent and resolve of Wilmington Friends School to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, training, promotion, compensation, termination, and retirement.

Posted: 4/5/2024

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

Full time, 12-month exempt position to begin on or around July 1, 2024
Supervisor: Director of Development

Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Director of Capital and Endowment Giving (DCEG) works to build and enhance relationships with all constituents for the purpose of increasing financial support to Wilmington Friends School. The DCEG is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major capital and planned gifts. The DCEG will work with prospective donors to determine their philanthropic interest related to the School’s fundraising goals through the Annual Fund, Endowment, Capital, and Planned Giving Programs. 

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Development to determine background, strategies and action steps needed to identify and develop major donors. 
• Manage a personal portfolio of approximately 150 leadership alumni prospects and donors to ensure that timely steps are taken toward cultivation, solicitation, and closure.
• Develop and implement prospect-specific strategies for cultivating and soliciting major and planned giving gift prospects for programs and projects as set forth by the Board of Trustees. 
• Make assessment calls, cultivate, solicit, provide recognition, and steward appropriately leadership and major gifts, with an emphasis on gifts at the $25,000+ level. Work with donors on multiple giving methods including current and deferred giving, non-cash gifts, and related tax implications. 
• Build relationships with donors and coordinate solicitations as appropriate with the Head of School, Director of Development, or other key volunteers. 
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of Wilmington Friends School’s educational and strategic programs in order to effectively articulate the School’s priorities and fundraising objectives to donors. 
• Help to identify new avenues of foundational support and assist in the grant-writing process.
• Contribute to WFS Magazine, including generation of story ideas, conducting of interviews/research, and writing of articles intended to highlight philanthropy.
• Prepare and submit goals that contain specific timelines, projected results, and outcomes. 
• Document all activity in the Raiser’s Edge database. 
• Attend all appropriate Development and Major Gifts meetings – keeping detailed minutes to be disseminated to Development Planning Committee members.
• Help with set up/clean up and attend other school-related events, both local and regional, as appropriate. 
• Work closely with the Alumni/Development staff to ensure appropriate coordination and communication 
• Develop agendas and lead regular campaign/prospect meetings.

Qualifications

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and a candidate with strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and computer skills. Prior experience in successfully cultivating and securing major gifts is preferred. This person should have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment, and be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and independent school culture is an asset. Significant travel - up to 50% - is required.

Night and weekend work is required. 

Diversity and Inclusion at Wilmington Friends School

At Wilmington Friends, diversity is integral to our educational objectives and to our mission as a Quaker school. The defining belief of Quakerism is that there is “that of God” in everyone. That belief gives rise to a profound respect for the dignity of each person and an obligation to lead on issues of social justice. Guided by Quaker principles, we seek to build and sustain a community of students, families, faculty, staff, administrators and trustees with a variety of identities—in terms of culture, economic means, ethnicity, gender, nationality, race, religion and sexual orientation. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should provide a letter of interest, current resume, and list of three references to Director of Development, Chad O’Kane, cjokane@wilmingtonfriends.org, by April 29, 2024. Wilmington Friends School alumni are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000; part-time, approximately 20 hours/week
 
Reports To: Head of School
Classification: Exempt

Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Preferred

Required/Preferred Experience: Work in independent school or nonprofit market, fundraising, grant writing. Experience in fundraising, managing campaigns and managing a donor base.

Supervisory Duties: Responsible for managing the coordination and workflow of the Marketing, Communications, and Admissions/Enrollment in coordination with the Head of School as fundraising and enrollment goals are established.
 
Summary of Role
 
Working directly with the Head of School, the Director of Advancement plans and implements programs that support and meet the goals as set by the Development Committee of the WMS Board of Directors. These goals may include the growth of the endowment fund, annual giving, special grants for classroom programs, and building and nurturing relationships with donors, including alumni families, and local foundations. The Director of Advancement provides strategic and day-to-day leadership in all areas of development including annual fund, comprehensive campaign execution, alumni relations, board relations and stewardship. The Director of Advancement guides the workflow of the Director of Enrollment Management and the Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure alignment in this department.
 
A key component of this position is establishing the necessary Development capacity and infrastructure required to support the organization’s sustained growth. The Director will provide effective leadership and management of all aspects of WMS’ fundraising efforts. Beyond immediate fundraising goals, this visionary leader will ensure WMS’ long-term financial sustainability by helping to set and achieve revenue and relationship-building objectives.
 
The Director is responsible for strategically positioning WMS for success in terms of dollars raised; percentage participation across constituent groups; donor identification, acquisition and retention; and timely donor gift acknowledgement and stewardship. The Director of Advancement will take a leadership role in employing the activities of the overall development operation.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, data-driven fundraising plan with the Head of School and WMS Board’s Development Committee through analysis of the school goals with consideration of the school’s resources.
• Stewardship of major donors. Identify potential donors among and outside of the WMS community.
• Develop and coordinate an engaging annual event. Determine the purpose of such events balancing the needs of community building with potential fundraising. 
• Engage the WMS community through fundraising events.
• Initiate and coordinate relationships with local foundations.
• Research, write and submit major funding proposals to foundations and corporations that align with WMS’ strategic plan goals. 
• Foster an understanding of philanthropy within WMS. Advance cross-functional organizational collaboration that engages staff across program areas in raising awareness and support of WMS’ mission.
• Engage and motivate the Board in its role in Development; manage their involvement in fundraising activities, and collaborate with them to identify, qualify, and engage prospects.
• Provide strategic vision, tactical direction, and long- and short-term planning for the annual giving program while also strategizing ways to expand and support broader, ambitious yet achievable contributed revenue goals; donor relations and stewardship; and alumni relations.
• Develop and implement plans and systems for prospect identification and all aspects of the gift cycle (cultivation, solicitation, stewardship).
• Identify and qualify donors and prospects, and lead coordinated cultivation/engagement processes.
• Develop and manage proposals, solicitation materials and reports for distribution to individuals, foundations and corporations.

Professional Responsibilities

• Supports WMS mission and values. 
• Provides leadership, guidance and support for WMS Board Development Committee and other committees as needed.
• Accountable for the solicitation of gifts for the school. These include but are not limited to planned giving, capital campaigns, major gifts plans and corporate and foundation giving. 
• The ability to work with a variety of constituents, internally and externally, motivating and coaching them to support the established goals. 
• Researches, writes and submits major funding proposals to foundations and corporations. 
• Works with the business office to ensure accurate financial reporting/accounting of grants, pledges and donations to WMS. 
• Maintains communication with constituents to keep them informed of the school’s work and projects, especially those they might support. 
• Attends fundraising and marketing events of the school, acting as the face of WMS. 
• Sets an example to all staff in professional demeanor such as confidentiality and integrity in all settings
• Works in the best interest of the students, families and WMS community.

How to Apply
 
This is a part-time position. Approximately 20 hours/week. If interested, please submit your resume to barb_trotto@wmsde.org.